Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Earlston, Pennsylvania

A fun "drivable trail" for high clearance 4x4 vehicles in the southern part of the Sideling Hill Tract of Buchanan State Forest. Not technical unless weather is a factor, but loose rock and about 750 feet of elevation change make for an enjoyable diversion. Best enjoyed along with West Pittman Road ...
Learn more about Betsy Road

This dirt road provides access to one of the many excellent vistas in Buchanan State Forest. This one also serves as a hang gliding launch site and faces south, making it a good choice for viewing sunrise or sunset. The road winds along the top of Harbor Mountain. It ends at a gate, but Cove Road ne...
Learn more about Fisher Road

This is an easy gravel road in Buchanan State Forest that provides access to the three primary points of interest in Buchanan. This is a must drive trail because of what it provides access to. The trail was originally established for the historic CCC camp on this road. The ruins of that camp still e...
Learn more about Oregon Road

A fun "drivable trail" for high clearance 4x4 vehicles in the southern part of the Sideling Hill Tract of Buchanan State Forest. Not technical unless weather is a factor, but loose rock and about 750 feet of elevation change make for an enjoyable diversion. Best enjoyed along with Betsy Road and som...
Learn more about West Pittman Road

This route features one of the more beautiful and nicely landscaped vistas in all of the Pennsylvania state forests. It's a nice scenic drive that runs along the southern part of Sideling Hill. It's the primary a north/south unpaved route through this forest tract south of US 30. It's an easy and en...
Learn more about Bark Road

King Trail is a "drivable trail" in Pennsylvania, which means a high clearance 4x4 vehicle is recommended and maintenance is minimal. This is a scenic trail that winds along the ridge of Sideling Hill between US 30 and I-76. There are lots of whoops along this narrow and rocky route that make it cha...
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This trail is a short dirt road through Buchanan State Forest. This trail is all dirt and rock, and could be slick during the winter months as it is unmaintained. This trail is ideal for someone passing through Buchanan or anyone who is new to exploring the area. There are a few inclines and decline...
Learn more about Raccoon Ridge

Summit Road in Buchanan State Forest is known for the Summit Road Vista, a highly regarded scenic overlook with far-reaching views and strong ties to the region's CCC-driven road development and forest conservation legacy. The vista is considered one of the best fall foliage overlooks in Buchanan St...
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Runs north/south along the ridge of the Tussey Mountain. It passes through part of the Martin Hill Wild Area and along the border of the Sweet Root Natural Area. The north end is notable for a large, beautiful stone planter with wild flowers growing in it. It has one very nice vista looking into the...
Learn more about Martin Hill Road

This trail is a nice scenic drive through Buchanan State Forest. There are many dispersed campsites as well as hiking trails. The trail runs along a ridge, with views of the valley below all throughout the trail. There are a few steep inclines and declines, as well as washed-out areas that could be ...
Learn more about Big Mountain Trail

Moss road or T-318 cuts through the southern Game lands. Reaching elevations of 1166 Ft traversing the forest and meadows. There is no public camping allowed on this route. Several parking locations are along the trail. If coming from the south look for a sharp turn heading up a gravel road.
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Rambling through the scenic Martin Hill Wild Area and bridging the Evitts and Tussey Mountains, Blankley Road is a quiet, scenic and relaxing ride through a beautiful part of the state. The picnic area, with restrooms, is a former CCC camp is very nice and well worth stopping at even just to see it....
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This trail is a short scenic route through Buchanan State Forest with options for hiking, camping, and sightseeing. On this trail, you can find beautiful views the entire time. The trail is mostly packed dirt, rocks, and gravel. 4WD is recommended throughout the winter months, as there are a few inc...
Learn more about Mount Zion

This trail is a mainly dirt/gravel forest road. There are a few offshoots with dispersed camping sites and hiking options. During the winter months, 4WD is recommended due to the inclines and declines, which can be slick with snow or ice on the ground. During Spring, Summer, and Fall, this can be dr...
Learn more about Perrin Road

Off of Route 56, start on Mountain Road. As you start to climb the mountain, the road turns to dirt with a few washed-out areas but is easily traveled. Once you reach the top, there is a pull-off area that offers a great view of the valley. Continuing on the road, the area opens up and has an amazi...
Learn more about Old Bedford Pike Road

This trail consists of a few overlooks as well as an observation tower. You can begin the trail at Town Hill overlook, and down the mountain until you reach the intersection of Mountain and Cat Point Road. This is an extension of the already existing trail, “MD Green Ridge to Gorge”. Four-wheel driv...
Learn more about Tower Road

This dirt and gravel trail runs through Green Ridge State Forest and includes a few small washouts along with several steep climbs and descents. Multiple dispersed campsites can be found along the route, and the area is popular for hunting. Four-wheel drive is only recommended during the winter mont...
Learn more about Treasure Road

This trail is an unmaintained forest road consisting mainly of gravel and dirt. It is the connecting road from Old Cumberland Road to 15 Mile Creek Road. There are multiple dispersed camping sites along this road, as well as hunting options. 4WD is not required for this trail.
Learn more about Double Pine

Singletrack C is an almost 7-mile loop broken into 7 sections of varying difficulty. Each section starts and ends at an easily accessible location off of one of the ATV paths, so if you had enough or want to only hit a specific section, you can. Singletrack CD is the 4th part of this loop. You will ...
Learn more about Mountain Ridge ATV Park Singletrack CD

This gravel and dirt road connects Frank Davis Road with Carpenter Road on the northern side of Green Ridge State Forest. Dispersed camping sites are located along the route, and a swimming hole can be found at the intersection of Carpenter Road and 15 Mile Creek Road. Four-wheel drive is not needed...
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Moss road or T-318 cuts through the southern Game lands. Reaching elevations of 1166 Ft traversing the forest and meadows. There is no public camping allowed on this route. Several parking locations are along the trail. If coming from the south look for a sharp turn heading up a gravel road.
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Trail 1B- A trail of Rock Run Recreation Area. Trail 1B is an original trail to the park. It should be able to be traversed by anyone on a motorcycle, ATV, or SxS. Trail 1B is just over 1/10th of a mile in length and is part of the larger network at the park. This trail is mostly dirt with the poten...
Learn more about Trail 1B - Rock Run Recreation Area

Lower Branch - A trail of the Rock Run Recreation Area. Lower Branch is an original trail to the park. It is an easier trail and should be able to be traversed by anyone on a bike, ATV, or SxS. To get to Lower Branch, you will need to traverse some more difficult trails, though at one end. This trai...
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Trail 3E- A trail of Rock Run Recreation Area. Trail 3E is an original trail to the park. It should be able to be traversed by anyone on a motorcycle, ATV, or SxS. Trail 3E is just over 1/10th of a mile in length. It serves as a connector trail from Trail 3A to Trail 3D. Trail 3E has some minor ele...
Learn more about Trail 3E - Rock Run Recreation Area

Moss road or T-318 cuts through the southern Game lands. Reaching elevations of 1166 Ft traversing the forest and meadows. There is no public camping allowed on this route. Several parking locations are along the trail. If coming from the south look for a sharp turn heading up a gravel road.
Learn more about Moss Road - T-318

Trail 1B- A trail of Rock Run Recreation Area. Trail 1B is an original trail to the park. It should be able to be traversed by anyone on a motorcycle, ATV, or SxS. Trail 1B is just over 1/10th of a mile in length and is part of the larger network at the park. This trail is mostly dirt with the poten...
Learn more about Trail 1B - Rock Run Recreation Area

Lower Branch - A trail of the Rock Run Recreation Area. Lower Branch is an original trail to the park. It is an easier trail and should be able to be traversed by anyone on a bike, ATV, or SxS. To get to Lower Branch, you will need to traverse some more difficult trails, though at one end. This trai...
Learn more about Lower Branch - Rock Run Recreation Area

Trail 3E- A trail of Rock Run Recreation Area. Trail 3E is an original trail to the park. It should be able to be traversed by anyone on a motorcycle, ATV, or SxS. Trail 3E is just over 1/10th of a mile in length. It serves as a connector trail from Trail 3A to Trail 3D. Trail 3E has some minor ele...
Learn more about Trail 3E - Rock Run Recreation Area